What Did Daniel Accomplish?

What was the result of Daniel’s determination to stick with his prayer habits no matter what the outcome? Daniel was sentenced to death and thrown into a den of lions. He remained there unharmed all night and was pulled out alive and unscathed the next morning. The king was overjoyed, acknowledging the existence and the power of the living God. Those who had plotted to take Daniel’s life were themselves put to death and the king sent out a proclamation in multiple languages declaring the glory and power of God and decreeing that everyone in the kingdom must reverence and honor Daniel’s God.

So when sticking with your prayer habit seems boring, a waste of time, or downright dangerous, remember what Daniel’s diligence in praying three times a day accomplished: the complete reversal of an unjust law and a nationwide declaration of God’s greatness and call to worship by the head of state. (Not to mention a spectacular miracle in Daniel’s personal life and his vindication in front of his enemies.)

How are you doing with our February habits? We are praying three times a day—just like Daniel. Remember to pray for a minute or two as soon as you wake up and before you drift off to sleep. Find a third time during the day when you can devote a few more minutes to prayer--preferably the same time every day. And read your New Testament for 7-8 minutes a day. See the January 31 for more info.